C#

Lesson in the ASP.NET Core Roadmap · Stage 1: Learn the Basics of C#

Last updated 14 September 2026

What is C#?

C# (pronounced "C-sharp") is a general-purpose, object-oriented programming language developed by Microsoft. It is part of the .NET family of languages and is used to build a wide range of applications, from web and mobile applications to games and cloud services.

C# is a statically-typed language, which means that the type of a variable must be specified when it is declared, and that the type of a value cannot be changed after it has been assigned. C# also supports object-oriented programming, which means that it provides features such as encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.

C# is a popular language for building .NET applications, and it is used by many large companies and organizations, including Microsoft, Dell, and IBM. It is a versatile language that can be used for a wide range of purposes, and it is well-suited for building scalable and maintainable software systems.

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Is this C# tutorial for beginners?

It is lesson 1 of 146 in the free ASP.NET Core roadmap, in stage 1, Learn the Basics of C#. If you are new to ASP.NET Core, start from stage 1 and come back here in order; if you already know the earlier stages, this lesson stands on its own.